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Residential Integrator's Certification

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ISBN-10: 1418014095

ISBN-13: 9781418014094

Edition: 2007

Authors: Todd B. Adams, Quentin Wells

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Residential Integrator?s Certificationis a practical guide to home network design, hardware, installation, and configuration for all the major wired and wireless systems. Whether working for one of the specialized firms that install and service only one or two home technologies (cable and satellite television hookups, for example), or for a broad-based systems integrator that supplies total network solutions, the knowledge in this text, confirmed by the CompTIA HTI+ Certification or CEDIA certification, will assure multiple career opportunities in an expanding technological field.
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Book details

List price: $107.95
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 9/18/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 624
Size: 7.75" wide x 9.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 2.398
Language: English

Series Preface
Preface
Read This Before You Begin
CompTIA HTI+ Exam
Introduction to HTI
Introduction
What Is Home Technology Integration?
What Can a Home Technology Integration System Do?
The Benefits of HTI
Basic Components of HTI Systems
Designing and Installing HTI Systems-The Professionals
How Much HTI Is Enough?
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Project
Home Technology Network Basics
Introduction
What Is a LAN and How Does It Work?
Network Architecture
Receiving and Sending External Information on a LAN
Major Hardware Components of a Home Network
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Home Network Design and Configuration
Introduction
Wired Network Types
Wireless Protocols and Standards
Network Configuration and Settings for a Home Network
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Installing Central Components and Low-Voltage Wiring
Introduction
Planning a Home Network
Basic Central LAN Components
Wiring a Home LAN
Configuring the Hardware and Cables
Wiring Standards and Quality
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
High-Voltage Wiring
Introduction
High-Voltage Electrical Safety Standards
Calculating AC Load Requirements
Planning and Installing New AC Circuits
Circuit Protection
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Video and Audio Fundamentals
Introduction
From Analog Recording to Digital Transmission
Audio Recording and Broadcasting
Television Recording and Broadcasting
Sources of Audio and Video Services
Video Storage Files and Formats
Connected Audio/Video System Design
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Audio and Video Installation and Setup
Introduction
Audio and Video System Components
Installation and Setup of Audio and Visual Systems
Configuration and Settings for External Audio and Video
Configuration for Internal Video/Audio
Monitoring and Maintaining Video/Audio Systems
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Security and Access System Fundamentals
Introduction
Security Design and Installation Factors
Security System Types
Security System Equipment Locations
Security System Components
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Security System Installation and Setup
Introduction
Security System Installation
Component Installation and Setup
Accessory Security Components
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Backups and Fail-Safe Systems
Security System Programming and Settings
Maintenance, Servicing, and Recovery
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Telecommunications Fundamentals and Installation
Introduction
Telecommunications System Types and Characteristics
Local Telephone Systems
Telephone Components and Features
Telephone Installation and Configuration
External Services
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Home Lighting Control
Introduction
Automated Home Lighting Design
Types of Automated Lighting Systems
Lighting Control Components
System Installation and Setup
Programming the Automated Lighting System
Troubleshooting the Automated Lighting System
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning Management
Introduction
Design and Operation of Zoned and Nonzoned HVAC Systems
HVAC Components
HVAC Controller System Installation
Setting and Programming HVAC Controllers and Sensors
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Waste System Management
Introduction
Water Control System Design
Water Control System Components
Water Control System Installation and Programming
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Miscellaneous Automated Control Systems
Introduction
Automated Interior Furnishings
Automated Window and Door Systems
Automated Lift Systems
Automated Heating Systems
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
CEDIA Designer Exam
Information Gathering
Introduction
Site Conditions
Customer Information
System Information
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Study
Understanding the Project Scope Statement
Introduction
Project Objectives
Product Scope Definition
Project Requirements
Project Boundaries
Project Deliverables
Product Acceptance Criteria
Project Constraints
Project Assumptions
Initial Project Organization
Initial Defined Risks
Schedule Milestones
Project Configuration Management Requirements
Project Specifications
Approval Requirements
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Cost Estimating
Introduction
Cost Estimating
Industry Factors Affect Cost Estimating
Organizational Factors Affect Cost Estimating
Project Scope Factors Affect Cost Estimating
Causes of Poor Cost Estimating
Approaches to Cost Estimating
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
The Project Team
Introduction
The Team
The Trades
Design Professionals
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Projects
Project Documentation
Introduction
Project Communications
Architectural Drawings
Architectural Lines and Lettering
Block Diagrams
Cable Schedule
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Project
Fundamentals of Electricity
Introduction
The SI System
Basic Trigonometry and Vectors
Electrical Quantities and Ohm's Law
AC Power
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Project
Acoustics
Introduction
Characteristics of Sound
Wavelength and Frequency
Decibels
Perception of Sound
Reverberation
Slap Echo
Standing Waves
Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions
Hands-On Projects
Case Project
CompTIA HTI+ Examination Objectives
CEDIA Designer Exam Objectives
State Codes and Standards
Glossary
Index
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